El Tren de Soller
Spain
At around 15:00 we will take the tram to go from Soller to Port de Soller
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Step onto the platform of the Fer-ro-car-rill de Sol-yair, and you are stepping back into the year 1912. This is more than a train; it is a time machine, a perfectly preserved relic of the Edwardian era that continues to serve…
Listen in the app2The Wooden Carriages — Edwardian Elegance
The carriages of the Sol-yair train are the stars of the show. Many of them have been in continuous service since the line opened in 1912. …
Listen in the app3Narrow Gauge Engineering — Defying the Grade
As the train leaves the plains of Palma and begins its ascent toward the mountains, the engineering genius of the line becomes apparent. The use of a 914mm narrow-gauge track was a strategic choice. …
Listen in the app4The Thirteen Tunnels — Piercing the Tramuntana
The true drama of the journey begins as we enter the first of the 13 tunnels. These vary in length from just a few meters to the spectacular 'Túnel Major,' which is nearly 2.9 kilometers long. …
Listen in the app5Cinc Ponts — The Five-Arched Viaduct
As the train approaches the final descent into Sol-yair, it crosses the 'Cinc Ponts' or the Five Bridges viaduct. This is the most iconic architectural feature of the track. …
Listen in the app6The Valley Reveal — First Glimpse of Gold
As we emerge from the final tunnel, the 'Valley of Gold' is revealed in all its glory. This is the emotional climax of the journey. …
Listen in the app7Sóller Station — Art and History
Our journey concludes at the Sol-yair station, a building that is much more than just a transit hub. The station itself is a grand stone structure from 1912, but its interior holds a surprising cultural treasure: a permanent,…
Listen in the app8Closing
As the echo of the train's whistle fades, I hope you carry with you a deep appreciation for this remarkable piece of living history. The Tren de Sol-yair is more than just a way to travel from Palma to the mountains; it is a…
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What is El Tren de Soller?
El Tren de Soller is a place in Spain with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Spain |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 39.5766, 2.6537 |
| Last updated |
